China’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Dai Bing, has called on the Security Council to exert greater efforts to encourage all parties in Sudan to engage in dialogue and seek a political solution to the ongoing conflict. According to CGTN, Dai emphasized that the conflict has lasted over eighteen months with no signs of de-escalation, significantly worsening the humanitarian situation and putting millions of Sudanese civilians at risk.
Dai urged the conflicting parties to prioritize the welfare of their nation and its people above all, to respect international humanitarian law, and to ensure the utmost protection for civilians and civil infrastructure. He justified China’s support for a sanctions resolution on Sudan, stating that renewed sanctions would help prevent the influx of illegal arms into the conflict, thereby calming and possibly de-escalating the situation.
He also called on all UN member states to take constructive and solid steps towards helping Sudan halt the hostilities and achieve lasting peace, highlighting that sanctions are a tool rather than an end and should not replace diplomatic efforts.
The conflict in Sudan, which erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, has escalated into a significant humanitarian crisis. Despite international efforts, the war has resulted in thousands of deaths, widespread displacement, and a catastrophic impact on food security. External interference, including the illicit supply of arms, has exacerbated the conflict. Recent UN meetings have underscored the urgency of addressing the humanitarian crisis, with calls for immediate ceasefires and increased support for peace initiatives.
